Item:
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Approval of Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC067 Cooperative Extension Appropriating $30,000 in General Fund Balance for the Durham County Food Security Program
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Date of BOCC Meeting: March 9, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC067 Cooperative Extension Appropriating $30,000 in General Fund Balance for the Durham County Food Security Program. These funds were unspent in FY 2024-2025 and require reauthorization in the current fiscal year. This technical amendment supports the Durham County Food Security Microgrant Program, administered by Durham Congregations in Action through a current contract with Durham County. The microgrant program provides small amounts of funding, between $500-$2500, to community organizations meeting urgent food security needs for Durham County residents. Durham Congregations in Action has managed this grant program for two previous funding cycles and was selected for a third term due to its proven success, including exceptional support for participating organizations.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This request aligns with Durham County Strategic Goals: Healthy Inclusive Community and Empowered Community.
Resource Persons: Donna Rewalt, County Extension Director; Raina Goldstein Bunnag, County Food Security Coordinator; Joanne Pierce, Assistant County Manager.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board Approve Budget Ordinance Amendment No. 26BCC067 Cooperative Extension Appropriating $30,000 in General Fund Balance for the Durham County Food Security Program
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County Manager: ____________________________